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Discover 649 Downtown Kota Kinabalu hotels and places to stay, with room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (971)
"Good hotel and friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Michael
The price is ₩110,607
₩122,870 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Staff is very professional and hotel location is excellent."
Singapore
Kee Huat
The price is ₩119,799
₩132,797 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Nice big hotel with all amenities. Close to airport"
Australia
Carla
The price is ₩133,138
₩147,203 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Oikos Poshtel
2.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (13)
"Booke dthe family room for a friend and I. Had a great bathroom.very modern, a window, very comfy and cute. Would def stay again. Great value ad X rs from shopping centre and a top massage centre (Siam) in the same building)."
Australia
Larissa
The price is ₩32,547
₩41,820 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Oikos Poshtel
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (208)
"Good breakfast buffet."
United States
Neil
The price is ₩65,886
₩87,771 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Great family friendly hotel "
Australia
Troy
The price is ₩132,569
₩146,588 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
Sabah Oriental Hotel
3.5 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (304)
"Very good hoteal to stay with family."
Malaysia
Haris Shariman
The price is ₩59,741
₩67,934 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Sabah Oriental Hotel
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (193)
"Great location and certainly easy to access to the food."
Thailand
Thosaphol
The price is ₩139,283
₩153,840 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Hotel Shangri-La Kota Kinabalu
3.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (369)
"Great value for the money I would definitely stay here again"
United States
Michael
The price is ₩44,011
₩50,944 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Hotel Shangri-La Kota Kinabalu
The Magellan Sutera Resort
5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Love the buffet breakfast, so much to choose from. Pools are great, close to other dining. This is our second visit and we will definitely be back again"
Australia
Lisa
The price is ₩190,888
₩209,573 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (597)
"overall quite nice, be aware that the hotel is right on the landing route to KKIA, so you can hear the planes flying right above your heads all day long"
Taiwan
SHU-WEI
The price is ₩143,038
₩157,895 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (48)
"Great location, clean and comfortable rooms with a lovely pool."
Australia
Elise
The price is ₩104,462
₩116,233 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Grandis Hotel
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (895)
"The facilities and room accommodation were excellent "
United States
Charles
The price is ₩232,328
₩254,328 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Grandis Hotel
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (588)
"Great value hotel with great facility. Location is also good, very central to shops and restaurants. Highly recommended!"
United Kingdom
jack tak hau
The price is ₩86,734
₩97,088 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
The Klagan Hotel
3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Property in Great area ,very safe and will book in there again Can Recommend"
United States
Gustav
The price is ₩58,521
₩72,469 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
The Klagan Hotel
Hotel Capital
3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (302)
"comfortable beds & pillows"
Hong Kong SAR China
Yin Shan
The price is ₩40,501
₩51,205 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Hotel Capital
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (142)
"Great hotel for vacation"
Singapore
Carol
The price is ₩117,434
₩130,243 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Promenade Service Apartments
2.0 star property
6.6 out of 10, (451)
"Excellent stay and so quiet at night. "
United Kingdom
Janet
The price is ₩26,115
₩31,618 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Promenade Service Apartments
The Klagan Riverson Hotel & Residence
3.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (111)
"Great place. Walking distance to all. "
Singapore
Caroline
The price is ₩50,142
₩57,567 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The Klagan Riverson Hotel & Residence
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (35)
"Shops nearby "
Malaysia
Kok Ken
The price is ₩103,643
₩115,348 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
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Where to stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Find the best Downtown Kota Kinabalu areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Tanjung Aru

Pristine beaches and ample dining options are well-reviewed features of Tanjung Aru. Make a stop by top sights like Tanjung Aru Perdana Park while you're exploring the area.

Alamesra

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Alamesra and surrounding area, you can visit 1Borneo Hypermall and Likas Stadium.

Karambunai

Visitors highly recommend Karambunai for its beaches, and you can make a stop by Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai while you're in town.

Kampung Air

Unique features of Kampung Air include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Kompleks Asia City or Sedco Square while you're exploring the area.

Likas

Likas is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can plan an outing to Likas Stadium and Likas Sports Complex while you're in town.

Top Downtown Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

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₩47,561
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Price trend information excludes taxes and fees and is based on base rates for a nightly stay for 2 adults found in the last 7 days on our site and averaged for commonly viewed hotels in Downtown Kota Kinabalu.

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Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?
Travelers love the Downtown Kota Kinabalu neighborhood for its beautiful island views, top seafood restaurants, and major shopping area. Are you looking for Downtown Kota Kinabalu travel tips? Be sure to check out Centre Point and Kota Kinabalu Central Market while you're in the neighborhood.
Where is the best hotel for a stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, CJ Residence is the highest ranked property in Downtown Kota Kinabalu. This hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. Other top choices in the neighborhood include The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels and Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG.
How many hotels should I expect to find in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?
Expedia has 333 hotels and other accommodations in Downtown Kota Kinabalu to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Kota Kinabalu area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals in Downtown Kota Kinabalu.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Kota Kinabalu?
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What is there to do around this Kota Kinabalu neighborhood?
Planning to do some shopping while in Downtown Kota Kinabalu? Consider Centre Point, Kota Kinabalu Central Market, and Imago Shopping Mall. You could also plan a visit to Gaya Street Sunday Market or Suria Sabah Shopping Mall while you're in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Kota Kinabalu include Oceanus Waterfront Mall, Anjung Samudera, and Warisan Square. While you're out sightseeing, Local Fruits Market and Anjung Kinabalu are a couple of additional sights to visit in Kota Kinabalu.